Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: Identifying Catalytic Converter To Exhaust Flexible Pipe

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Install a NEW catalytic converter to exhaust manifold gasket (2) onto the catalytic converter.
Install the catalytic converter to the vehicle.
Install a NEW catalytic converter to exhaust flexible pipe gasket (1) between the converter and the flexible pipe.

Fig 2: Installing Catalytic Converter To Exhaust Flexible Pipe Between Converter & Flexible Pipe
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CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
Install the left catalytic converter to exhaust flexible pipe bolts.
Tightening torque

Tighten the bolts to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).
Connect the HO2S electrical connector (2) to the engine wiring harness electrical connector.

Fig 3: Connecting HO2S Electrical Connector (2) To Engine Wiring Harness Electrical Connector
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Lower the vehicle.

Fig 4: Installing Catalytic Converter To Exhaust Manifold Nuts (1)
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Install the catalytic converter to exhaust manifold nuts (1).
Tightening torque

Tighten the nuts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
Install the exhaust manifold heat shield. Refer to Installation Procedure .